Documents May 19, 2025

Inframark WWTP Report

Ebensburg WWTP Monthly Report: April 2025

Date: May 19, 2025 Prepared by: Luke Byrne, Project Manager for Inframark

This report details the operations and maintenance of the Ebensburg wastewater treatment facility (WWTP) for April 2025.

Wastewater Treated: The plant treated a total of 26,465,100 gallons, averaging 882,200 gallons per day.
Sludge Disposal: 14. 75 tons of dry sludge were sent to the landfill.
Key Maintenance:
- Replaced a cracked polymer chemical pump head and rebuilt the mixer.
- Cleaned UV racks and removed algae from lamp covers.
- Replaced inlet filters on blowers and installed new Magnehelic gauges.
- Repaired a leaking grease line on the centrifuge.
Site Improvements: Staff performed spring clean-up, filled ground hog holes around clarifiers, leveled uneven lawn areas, and filled an 8-inch hole above the wet well with concrete.
PA DEP Inspection: On April 15th, the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) conducted a technical assistance inspection. This was prompted by elevated ammonia and fecal results from May 2024, which were caused by mechanical failures of air valve actuators. Inframark explained the corrective actions taken and noted that parts have been stocked to prevent future issues. The PA DEP commented that the plant's operating condition and housekeeping were "Outstanding. "
Sewer Lift Stations: These were inspected regularly. Pump runtime hours were documented, generators were exercised, and basket screeners were cleaned. No issues or damage occurred during power outages.

Testing Schedule:
- Effluent pH, alkalinity, and dissolved oxygen are tested daily.
- SBR tank testing for process control occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
- Influent and effluent compliant testing for DEP reporting is done on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
All samples collected in April were in compliance.
Routine Tasks: Daily activities included inspecting pump stations, cleaning screening units, optimizing grit removal and aeration cycles, checking UV systems, and managing sludge pumping and thickening.

Work Orders: Inframark staff completed 95 work orders in April.
Maintenance Expenditures: A total of $6,087.24 was spent on various supplies and parts. Key purchases included:
- Teledyne: $1,725. 68 (Power supply and temperature probe)
- USA Bluebook: $1,028. 74 (DO Probe)
- Amazon: $679. 81 (MCC bulbs, Alarm Battery, Ladder, Sanitizer)
- PDBLOWERS: $442. 87 (Blower filters)
- Vevor: $218. 98 (Stainless chain)

The following table shows the status of budget caps for the year:

Cap Type	Contract Total per Year	Previous Balance	Spent This Month	Remaining Balance
Maintenance Cap	$25,950. 84	$21,826. 26	$4,615. 65	$17,210. 61
Sludge Cap	$83,042. 76	$42,830. 10	$3,791. 52	$39,038. 58
Chemical Cap	$23,251. 92	$20,103. 93	None	$16,955. 28

Sludge Credit: A credit of $8,912. 75 was applied to the waste management account for sludge due to prior overcharges. This credit will be used toward June's expenses.

Safety Record: There were no accidents in April. Personnel have now worked 1,916 days (5 years and 4 months) without an accident or injury.
Training: Weekly tailgate meetings and a Blower Room SOP review were conducted.
Staffing: The current personnel and their certifications are:
- Randy Lauer (Operator II): PA Class A, E; Wastewater Subclass 1,2,3,4
- Kyle Smiley (Operator II): PA Class A, E; Water Subclass 1,10,11,12
- Tony Perott (Operator I): PA Class C, E; Water Subclass 1,6,7,8,12
- Shawn Jones (Operator in Training): Training for PA DEP exam
- Matt Hull (Operator in Training): Training for PA DEP exam
- Luke Byrne (Project Manager): PA Class A, E; Water Subclass 1,7,8,10,11,12; PA Class A, E, Wastewater